Fats Waller in Harlem - picture of the day

A photographic highlight selected by the picture desk. The legendary Jazz pianist Fats Waller was born on this day in 1904. Waller composed a series of hit songs including Ain't Misbehavin' and was known for his comic personality. He is seen here in Harlem with fellow
stride style jazz pianist Willie 'The Lion' Smith

Jazz musicians Willie 'The Lion' Smith and Fats Waller look at letters in their hometown of Harlem, New York in May 1937Illustration: Photograph: Charles Peterson/Time&Life PIctures/Getty Images